Kermit man arrested in kidnapping, robbery case

A Kermit man, Zachery Tyler Kennedy, has been arrested following an incident involving a local woman, authorities reported.

The 22-year-old suspect is accused of assaulting the woman, forcing her into a vehicle, and driving her into New Mexico without her consent. He was later located by law enforcement and taken into custody.

He faces charges of aggravated kidnapping and robbery. Officials said the case is still under investigation, and no additional details have been released at this time.